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A wedding portrait of a groom in a classic London outfit and top hat, framed in an ornate gold frame, displayed above a black piano. The portrait showcases the groom's pensive expression, enhanced by elegant studio lighting, set against a neutral wall with a lamp and decorative items nearby.

AMBROTYPES

Ambrotype photography was a marvel of Victorian times. True luxury, reserved only for the wealthy and privileged. In today's digital world, these glass photographs are a highly sought-after rarity. The mesmeric charm of an ambrotype portrait remains unmatched - even those who notice nothing, will notice something.

mesmeric & haunting

LONDON'S PREMIER AMBROTYPE
PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

MBROTYPIST

LONDON

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mesmeric & haunting

AMBROTYPES

of stillness

EXPERIENCE

with a waft of lavender

PROCESS
A gloved hand delicately holds an ambrotype portrait of a man dressed in a classic London men's outfit, featuring a suit and top hat highlighted by elegant studio lighting. The portrait captures a 1920s style with a focus on the man’s intense gaze and a detailed boutonniere, presented against a rich wooden background, emphasizing its timeless allure.

When you hold one of these artifacts in your hand, you are immediately struck by their peculiar mesmeric quality. This they owe to the employment of silver emulsion, orchestrated in accordance with authentic, nearly 200-year-old formulas.

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Each portrait is unique - as we are - never flawless; special ... and you won't help but feel this way.

When you hold one of these artifacts in your hand, you are immediately struck by their peculiar mesmeric quality. This they owe to the employment of silver emulsion, orchestrated in accordance with authentic, nearly 200-year-old formulas.

​

Each portrait is unique - as we are - never flawless; special ... and you won't help but feel this way.

A sophisticated portrait of an older man with stylish glasses and a neatly trimmed beard, thoughtfully posing beside a large wooden studio camera. He wears a classic blazer over a white shirt, accessorized with a bow tie and bracelets, embodying a blend of traditional and modern fashion.

EXPERIENCE

Sitting for an ambrotype is a unique and peculiar experience. It is finding a moment of stillness in a world that spins too fast. A date to anticipate in the brimful calendar. Time to take a breath and reflect.

of Stillness

A gloved hand holds a glass bottle labeled 'Collodion,' an essential ingredient for producing ambrotype portraits. This scene underscores the specialized equipment used by professional ambrotype photographers to craft these distinctive and historically rich works.

PROCESS

​This quaint process, can not be rushed - no compromise, no corners to be cut. Only the authentic formulas from the 1850s, consisting of stoic patience, meticulous precision, perfect timing, and a waft of lavender will render an heirloom gem of unmatched depth and character.

 

One-of-a-kind, one at a time...

Wet Plate Collodion

"There is a way of living that has a certain grace and beauty. It is not a constant race for what is next, rather an appreciation of what has come before. There is a depth and quality of experience that is lived and felt, a recognition of what is truly meaningful. This is the quality of life I believe in."

RALPH LAUREN